Medical Laboratory Technician

Mercyhealth • Harvard, IL

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About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs laboratory testing across multiple specialties, including hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, and blood bank or microbiology, ensuring accurate and timely results. The role also involves collecting patient specimens, maintaining quality control standards, troubleshooting equipment, and supporting overall laboratory operations. The schedule is full-time, with variable weekday afternoon and day shifts and a weekend rotation. Some independent judgment is required, though alternatives are limited by standard practices or procedures. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Associate degree in medical laboratory science, military equivalent, or qualification to perform high-complexity testing according to CLIA 493.1489 Standard: Testing personnel qualifications.
• MLT certification within one year of hire, or meeting the CLIA 493.1489 Standard: Testing personnel qualifications on or before April 24, 1995.

Responsibilities

• Use the Information System to receive patients, order and collect samples, result tests, answer questions from nurses and physicians, document quality control activities, and produce reports required for job tasks.
• Perform laboratory tests in hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, and blood bank or microbiology using automated and manual methods in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Analyze test results for validity and accuracy before releasing them to the chart.
• Meet designated turnaround times and appropriately report and document critical results.
• Perform quality control and proficiency testing procedures as defined by policy.
• Interpret and troubleshoot quality control results to ensure accurate and precise test results.
• Perform preventive maintenance, minor troubleshooting, and calibration of laboratory instrumentation.
• Participate in method and instrument evaluation and implementation.
• Participate in teaching and training new partners and students.
• Maintain competency in current procedures and gain competency in newly implemented methods.
• Collect patient specimens.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• FSA/HSA options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Well-being programs
• Employee discounts
• On-demand pay
• Financial education
• Annual recognition and awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment and attractions discounts
• Community service and improvement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree